Top History Tutors serving Philadelphia
Joshua: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...- Panthon-Sorbonne and focused my research on the social exclusion of African immigrants in Western Europe. Since graduation, I have worked at a public school in Harlem as the College Counselor working with students from grades 6-12. In my two years of experience, I have had the opportunity to network with college admissions counselors across the country, and I gladly connect my students to any college admissions departments I am familiar with. Although my tutoring...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Julie: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...York City with a major in sociology and a double minor in visual arts and philosophy. During my undergraduate career I worked with students as young as preschool and as old as high school seniors on their reading and writing skills. I truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the world in a positive way. I know certain books have changed my life and I hope to instill...
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Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700
Miguel: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and valued during all of my sessions. I emphasize a strategy based approach to studying, and keep an updated list of strategies that my students are finding helpful. I prefer to test mastery of material via a role reversal in which I see if the student can teach me how to correctly solve problems and arrive at the correct answers. In my opinion, there is no better way to assess the depth and breadth of...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Computer Science / English
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Aakash: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...experience in the university classroom setting. I attended Swarthmore College and have received a handful of fellowships for postgraduate research, including a US-UK Fulbright Award and a Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship. My areas of competency include English, Art History, Rhetoric, Spanish, and French. I am also proficient in SAT, GRE, and GRE Subject Test in English. My first Master of Arts is in English from the University of Sussex (UK) and my second...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelors, English Literature
University of California-Berkeley - Masters, Rhetoric
Jason: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...to ground material and strategies in reality, drawing connections to real world situations, as it gives the material purpose and enhances tutees' understanding of the concepts. I personally find mathematics most enjoyable to tutor, as I find that its stigma of difficulty makes it especially satisfying for students once the material is made more digestible and relatable. In my free time, I enjoy running, basketball, fashion / design, and cooking, among other interests.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Architecture
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750
Ashley: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...inextricable importance of education to the prevention of widespread poverty and societal injustice. I decided then to pursue a career in education, and I recently completed my M.Ed. in Secondary Social Studies at Temple University. I have since become a Pennsylvania certified teacher in both Social Studies and English for grades 7-12, although I am also comfortable tutoring younger students. My strengths as an educator lie in my passion for both the subject matter and...
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Penn State University - University Park - Bachelors, Classics, Religious Studies
Temple University - Masters, Secondary Education - Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Writing: 710
Jenna: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...of this, I continued to tutor throughout my four years of college, mostly tutoring peer college students through a program at my school, Eastern University. I also tutored students in Philadelphia at Easterns sister school, Esperanza College. After graduating from Eastern with Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Spanish and Political Science, I continued my experience as an educator by living in Guatemala teaching and tutoring Guatemalan students in English. Though I enjoy tutoring a...
Education & Certification
Eastern University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Political Science
Shay: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am an undergraduate at the University of Pennsylvania with a passion for independent learning and over 300 hours of tutoring experience for local organizations.... Answers are secondary to process mastery. Teach a student to answer, and they will complete an assignment. Teach a student to think critically, and they will thrive for a lifetime.
Education & Certification
The University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Political Science, Environmental Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Kaitlyn: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...huge part of our culture. It helps us think and form new ideas about our society. Other times, it can just be a fun way to escape into a whole new world and connect with people who have the same interest, like how Harry Potter has connected everyone. My goal is to help students have a better understanding on literature and it's meaning behind it. I also want to help them find their voice by...
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Rowan College at Burlington County - Current Undergrad, English
Serita: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...to twelfth grade and especially love tutoring writing and math. I currently tutor students at my middle school and have two years of experience tutoring for the SSATs. I have my Masters in Special Education and Secondary Math. I graduated from Columbia University in 2010 where I majored in history. I believe every student has the ability, when given the correct resources, to learn. I will be dedicated to helping your student maximize their learning...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Chestnut Hill College - Master of Science, Special Education
Ryan: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...strategies to advanced studies in upper level college courses. I have tutored throughout high school, college, and graduate school, with great success. When it comes to my tutoring style I truly believe that if you cannot explain something simply, then you do not understand it properly. That is why I endeavor to give the most straightforward explanation possible. I am a firm believer in contextualization - most especially in history - as it offers a...
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Loyola University Maryland - Bachelors, Philosophy; Political Science; History
Fordham University - Masters, Philosophy
Keith: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...best high school in Pennsylvania and one of the top 51 in the country. I am a Villanova graduate with a Master's degree in education and have also spent eight years working in the business management world. I have helped students analyze literature, improve their writing, research, and rhetorical skills and develop a love of reading. I have tutored in Biology and Intro Science, and am also certified to teach Social Studies and Business and can...
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Villanova University - Bachelors, English
Villanova University - Masters, Education
Mark: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
My ability to relate the material to the students makes me a great tutor. I believe that scaffolding is essential in the learning process for students of all levels and ability. This is an invaluable technique I used during my time spent student and substitute teaching.
Education & Certification
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, History/Education
Alysia: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...failures, learning disabilities, or feelings of self-doubt, I strive to help students figure out what learning style best works for them, so that I can teach them learning tools that will help them throughout the rest of their educational career and life. I strongly believe that my background and experiences have helped mold me into a well-rounded educator that enjoys instructing and guiding others to achieve success, as well as acting as a mentor, confidant,...
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Thomas Edison State University - Bachelors, English
SAT Writing: 700
Nicole : Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...English Interpreting. I have taught (in New York City) preschool, kindergarten, 1st, 5th and special needs as well as working as an aide in grades 2,4,6,7 and 8. This has allowed me to familiarize myself with curriculum content and expectations in a range of grades. Since moving to the PA/NJ area, I am working as an itinerant teacher for the deaf and hard of hearing from grades 1 up to 12. Working with this demographic...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelors, American Sign Language and English Interpreting, History
Teachers College at Columbia University - Masters in Education, Education - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education
State Certified Teacher
Jake: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...University of Michigan and New York University. A great tutor customizes instruction for the particular needs of the student. One must quickly diagnose the main areas the student needs to improve, so as not to waste time. A great tutor can see outside the box and be flexible enough to explain the same concept in a variety of ways, depending on the needs of the student. A tutor must be more personable with the student...
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Bard College - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Univiserty of Michigan - PHD, Classics
Andrew: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...SAT prep, and Chinese! Often times these subjects can seem boring, but with a little bit of humor and creativity, I guarantee we can make progress while having a good time. I graduated from the University of Maryland in 2011 after spending two years studying and working in Beijing, China. In my free time I enjoy reading, traveling, playing basketball, watching movies, mountain climbing, fishing, and about a million other things. Hope to see you...
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University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Government and Politics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 770
Hunter: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...work in West Philadelphia. Additionally, this past summer, I worked at a test prep company in Summit, NJ, in which I tutored both both rising seniors in high school and struggling, eager middle school students. I have taught students of varying ages, education levels, and socioeconomic backgrounds over the years, which I believe has helped me grow as an tutor. Given that this is a service industry, my number one goal is to see my...
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University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cinema Studies
SAT Math: 740
SAT Writing: 760
Kimberly: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...of Delaware. I graduated magna cum laude with honors from the University of Arizona with a BA in history. I also hold an MA in history from the University of Maryland, College Park. I am currently an adjunct instructor at the University of Delaware where I teach World History I and II and the US History survey courses. I have previously taught World History as an adjunct instructor at Delaware County Community College. My own...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Master of Arts, History
Cynthia: Philadelphia History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...knows, what he or she hopes to learn, and about any passions or concerns the student has. Second, I present a plan of how I think we should go about mastering the needed knowledge, get feedback, and begin to see what teaching tools have optimal resonance. Third, I follow the plan while continually checking for acquisition and if there are any new areas that need to be addressed. I am creative, intuitive, patient, and a...
Education & Certification
University of Denver - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy, English Creative Writing
University of Denver - Masters, English Textual Studies, Philosophy
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